i think they are just trying to make it out that they can work the youngs current superstars of this ERA so well, that they can hit the highest of past stars and make a name for themselves and that is by getting the WWE TITLE or the WHC TITLE

time will tell if the WWE can make this stick with fans that see right through it

Plato and Aristotle, a detail of The School of Athens, a fresco by Raphael. Aristotle gestures to the earth, representing his belief in knowledge

Not sure if this was posted already or not, but I'm pretty sure we all loved it and wouldn't mind seeing it again. And if there are any lurkers in this thread, or old wrestling fans who dont watch the current product, watch this.

Not sure if this was posted already or not, but I'm pretty sure we all loved it and wouldn't mind seeing it again. And if there are any lurkers in this thread, or old wrestling fans who dont watch the current product, watch this.

Thanks for posting man, hadn't seen any of RAW. That crowd was something AMAZING. loved them humming Fandango's theme Lol. If the crowd was like that every week, I'd watch more WWE!

According to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer, Former WWE Superstar Dave Batista has been working to get back into wrestling shape, and is fast approaching his 290-pound billed weight during his last run with WWE. The former 6-time World Champion left WWE in 2010 to pursue his interests in acting, as well as a career in Mixed Martial Arts.

Batista has said in recent interviews that he is interested in returning to the WWE, and listed part-time workers such as The Rock and Brock Lesnar as potential opponents. With the future of the planned Rock/Lesnar match currently unknown, it is possible WWE would push to bring back Batista to fill the role of Dwayne Johnson, who was injured in his WrestleMania match with John Cena.

It is worth noting that Batista recently landed a part in Marvel's big comic book movie "Guardians of the Galaxy" which is set to begin filming this summer.

I don't see him as a true champion. CM Punk was a true champion, not Dolph imo. I don't see how he's earned it. Because he has good matches? Well then Lance Storm should've been WCW Champion and Billy Gunn should've been WWF Champion.

Yes that's exactly why. How else does an entertainer "earn" predetermined events, besides by being entertaining?

Yes that's exactly why. How else does an entertainer "earn" predetermined events, besides by being entertaining?

Well then by that logic Tyson Kidd should be main eventing all shows. Just because you have good matches doesn't mean you should get a run in the main event, not anymore. You need to have charisma, a presence, you need to stand out. You have to be good/great on the mic because you have to be able to carry top fueds. Ziggler is barely passable on the mic, even though he's been able to work on his mic skills 8 $#@!ing years.

I still dont see the hype behind this man. Just having good matches doesn't warrant a title run, not for me.

I'm about to start watching wrestling again because of this guy. His intro is too hype! lol!

And to the guy who said Dolph didn't deserve the belt... it doesn't matter anymore. NONE of the WWE championships have any prestige left whatsoever. They pass them around too much and to the same $#@!ing people. Cena is what? a 20 time champion almost. Ric Flair has been wrestling since God built the world in 7 days and only held it 16(17 but it didn't count) times.

The WWE today don't have too many people who can carry the roster. Punk and Orton that's about it really. And Brock if he could go full time again. Dolph did what he had to do and I'm happy for him. Sometimes he oversells, but he make his matches worth it. And yes, Lance Storm deserved to be a champion. And LORD STEVE REGAL, TOO!

Ah, I thought Raw was in Boston tonight, but it seems just Smackdown was.
I thought there might be a bit of panic of some sort after what's happened at the marathon today. Bastards! [< I mean: those responsible].

Good promo from Ryback, although you could easily say that it wasn't live and therefore doesn't give a fair indication as to how he can cut promos when he's put on the spot. But I'm glad they're trying to give the guy some character if he's going to go into the main event spot.

Well the cameras messed up in the end segment too. It accidentally cut to Seth Rollins preparing to come out from behind the curtain within the audience, so everyone watching on TV knew that The Shield were going to pop out.
Pretty funny.

Raw was definitely not as good as last week's - I think we all knew that would be the case deep down.

At first I thought they were going to try and push Fandango as a face after the response he got at last week's show.
Since it is in London next week, I'm hoping that the crowd will be pretty wild once again. I'm going to the show, so it would be good for me too as it'll be my first show.
On my ticket it says that video cameras aren't allowed, so as well as trying to enjoy the show, I'll try my best to capture some video on my phone, as well as some pictures and I'll post them up for everyone (if anyone is interested).

Seems like Punk will be gone for a while now; looks like Undertaker is replacing him on the European tour now. Not bad.

**EDIT**

Just read this and it's quite sad. I had a few ideas for signs and now it seems like I should even do that. Bastards.

WWE Raw TV taping reportApril 15, 2013
Greenville, S.C.

Report by Michael, PWTorch reader

I'm from Australia and attended last night's Raw with my English friend, Dan. I had a "Raw is Generico" sign, which you may have noticed. A lot of people on Twitter loved it, but not WWE. Here's what happened:

Thank you, WWE, for ending my USA trip on such a low note. Last night was the final night of my trip and Dan and I were ending it with a bang. We had third row seats directly opposite the camera, ideal for a couple of guys who love a bit of TV time.

At one point in the night Dan had a couple of his signs confiscated. The explanation was vague, but I assumed it was because he was holding them up too regularly.

We moved on, until WWE decided to flex their muscles. I was watching the Dolph Ziggler vs. Jack Swagger match and before I knew it Dan was being escorted by security. I was dumbfounded, because from what I can recall the most serious crime he might’ve committed at the time was holding up a sign promoting his Twitter handle, which includes the acronym “ROH."

Fans around me were telling me, “Your buddy’s been taken over there near the National Guard people." All I could say was “Why?!” No one had an answer. I could see him begging security for answers.

A segment or two later and it’s time for C.M. Punk’s promo. This was when I was going to hold up the only sign I brought with me – the one which said “Raw is Generico." I held it up 2-3 times within the space of a couple of minutes, and all of a sudden I’ve got a security guard next to me saying “come with me.”

I said, “Why?”

All he said was, “Just do it.”

So, I picked up my stuff and did the walk of shame, being escorted past everyone from the TV-side to the non-TV side. While walking I pleaded for an explanation of what I had done wrong, but the security guard wasn’t saying a word.

I said, “Are you going to speak?”

He replied, “It’s the show. The show doesn’t want you there.”

They took me to an empty seat in a level 100 section of the non-TV side, even though I’d paid over face value for a floor seat directly opposite the camera. I said something like: "Before I sit down, is someone going to tell me what I did wrong?"

One of the security guards said, "It was your sign."

I asked why they couldn't just confiscate it and let me stay in my seat, but he wasn't able to give me an answer. When I got to my seat I had a different security guard tell me: "You're out. They want you out of the building," until he was corrected by one of his colleagues.

There was about half-an-hour remaining in the show and I barely remember a second of it. I basically just sat there staring blankly into the distance or at the big screen waiting for the show to end.

I spent thousands of dollars on this trip, with much of it going into WWE's coffers. I now have no motivation whatsoever to pour another cent into a company that would treat me that way. It was humiliating. It saddens me that I am highly unlikely to be in New Orleans next near - not because I'll miss WrestleMania, but because I'll miss everything else about that weekend, including the people I've been fortunate enough to meet.

New Orleans was meant to be the next opportunity to catch up with these people and others, but I can't see how I can possibly support WWE after last night. We're now planning to organize our own wrestling trip outside of WrestleMania week where we'll try to fit in ROH and TNA.

People mock me for my passion for TNA, but at least I know they won't treat me like I was treated at last night's Raw. My trip started with TNA Lockdown, and I felt like such a part of that whole weekend. It was the highest of highs, but, sadly, my trip has now ended with the lowest of lows. For that, I once again say thank you, WWE.

At first I thought they were going to try and push Fandango as a face after the response he got at last week's show.
Since it is in London next week, I'm hoping that the crowd will be pretty wild once again. I'm going to the show, so it would be good for me too as it'll be my first show.
On my ticket it says that video cameras aren't allowed, so as well as trying to enjoy the show, I'll try my best to capture some video on my phone, as well as some pictures and I'll post them up for everyone (if anyone is interested).

Yeah i reckon UK Fans will go wild an Fandango will have a huge reaction also wade barrat will also get some big reaction.

i know the feeling about recording on you fone i had the same problem 2years ago at Cardiff Arena on a Raw show!! security was watching me i was only like 5 feet away from him an he was shaken his head an saying no recording so turn it off!! :@ lol its a really pain in the butt you cant record at least 1 good moment :/ shame really.

Yeah i reckon UK Fans will go wild an Fandango will have a huge reaction also wade barrat will also get some big reaction.

i know the feeling about recording on you fone i had the same problem 2years ago at Cardiff Arena on a Raw show!! security was watching me i was only like 5 feet away from him an he was shaken his head an saying no recording so turn it off!! :@ lol its a really pain in the butt you cant record at least 1 good moment :/ shame really.

They were like that about recording on a phone? Really?
When it's on TV, literally every single person has their phone out, and it's so much more evident when someone like the Undertaker comes out when all the lights go out.

I'm starting to think I'll just have to sit there after paying almost £80 for a bloody ticket right near the front!

They were like that about recording on a phone? Really?
When it's on TV, literally every single person has their phone out, and it's so much more evident when someone like the Undertaker comes out when all the lights go out.

I'm starting to think I'll just have to sit there after paying almost £80 for a bloody ticket right near the front!

Yeah i couldnt believe i was told i couldnt record even the lad next to me was recording an security was pointing at me to make sure he turned off his recording as well!! it wasnt even a live show. so i guess its diffrent being a live show & not, because i hear alot about copyrights these days, when shows are not on TV every1 records then uploads them to Youtube or facebook the next day!! an for those who didnt turn up for the show wants to see it for free causing a fiasco for those ppl who payed to go & some1 gets away with the recording an then showing it for free. i think thats where the problem is.

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